I'm Mohammad, and I currently reside in Turkey. Since 2012, I have been actively working in the field of media. I have had the opportunity to work with a multitude of humanitarian organizations, and foreign media agencies. Throughout my journey, I have held diverse positions, such as a Media Read moreOfficer, DoP, and video producer.

Ber Bas is a cameraperson based in İstanbul, Turkey.

I have been reporting from Turkey for 25 years for TV, radio and print. I can compile radio and TV packages ready for broadcast. I am experienced at live reporting for radio and to camera. I work for a variety outlets including BBC Sky News, Deutsche Welle, CBC and VOA.

Sevilay Nur Saraçlar is a freelance journalist based in Antalya, Türkiye, known for her dedication to environmental journalism, social challenges, and the nuanced impact of human activities on ecosystems. With a passion for crafting solution-based narratives, her feature stories often explore the Read moreintersection of environmental concerns with societal matters, including women's issues and the environment. Sevilay's reporting has brought attention to innovative 'cash for trash' recycling initiatives in Turkey, highlighting the importance of sustainable waste management and advocating for the integration of informal waste pickers into formal systems.

Her work extends to covering the effects of geopolitical events on local communities, such as the influx of digital nomads to Antalya in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Through her articles, Sevilay provides a voice to those personally affected by conflict, while also examining the broader implications of war on migration patterns. She is also an advocate for gender equality in religious spaces, addressing discrimination faced by women in mosques and calling for equal access and facilities.

In addition to social issues, Sevilay's journalism delves into the Mediterranean Sea's biodiversity, reporting on threats posed by invasive fish species and highlighting conservation efforts to protect endangered sea turtles. Her work underscores the need for international cooperation in environmental conservation and emphasizes the importance of journalistic integrity by acknowledging personal biases to maintain objectivity in reporting.

Frankie Vetch is a freelance reporter, writer and investigative journalist based in Istanbul. His work has focused on politics, culture and human rights in Turkey. He was previously a staff reporter at Coda Story and has written for the Times and Prospect magazine amongst others. He is available Read morefor commissions on features, investigative stories and breaking news.

Memet Faruk Aksakal is a seasoned freelance journalist, fixer, and researcher with a career spanning over two decades since 1999. Based in Istanbul, he has operated extensively across Turkey, Syria, and Iraq, providing in-depth coverage and research on a variety of subjects. A polyglot, Aksakal is Read morefluent in Kurdish, Turkish, English, German, and Persian, and possesses a basic understanding of Arabic, which has been instrumental in his reporting, especially on the Syrian conflict since its escalation in 2011.

Aksakal's expertise in journalism is recognized by major TV channels and production companies from the USA, Canada, Western Europe, Asia, and Australia, for whom he has produced content ranging from news to documentaries. His adaptability and knowledge have made him a valuable asset in the media industry, particularly in coordinating and facilitating international news coverage and documentary filmmaking.

His recent endeavors include on-the-ground reporting of the devastating February 2023 earthquake in Turkey, where his contributions were featured on platforms such as Al-Jazeera Balkans, Voice of America (VOA), and Swedish SVT. Aksakal continues to be a sought-after collaborator for news stories, research, and documentary projects, leveraging his linguistic skills and regional expertise to deliver compelling narratives and insightful analysis.

Arzu Efeoğlu is a journalist, producer, and fixer based in İstanbul, Turkey.  I have 10 years of experience in the media industry. I have worked as an editor, reporter, booking coordinator, producer, and fixer in national and international media outlets. I mostly work on news, documentaries, and TV Read moreShows. I also worked in South Korea during the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Games for Olympic Broadcasting Services (Olympic Channel). I am currently looking for different experiences while working as a stringer for TV Asahi.

Producer - journalist based in the Middle East From Syria Damascus International award-winning Photojournalist

Ceren İskit began her career in journalism in London ten years ago and gained valuable experience as a foreign correspondent. Her stories were produced for various newsrooms in Turkey and globally. As research coordinator for the Coalition For Women In Journalism (CFWIJ), she organised campaigns Read moreagainst threats to women journalists, maintained data on such violations around the world, and followed key legal harassment cases aimed at silencing women journalists in Turkey. She now continues her work as a freelancer with a strong interest in gender equality, civil liberties, diversity and the desire to protect democratic principles. She is based in Ankara, Turkey now.

Correspondent and video journalist based in Istanbul. I have been working as a writer and broadcast journalist for over 15 years with some of the world’s leading media organisations, delivering creative, high quality audio, video and digital storytelling to diverse audiences across the globe. 

A Read moremultimedia and multi-platform journalist by nature; I write, shoot, produce, present and edit my own pieces. I have been nominated three times for the Reuters Video Journalist of the Year Award, winning it once for my coverage of the growth of Daesh in Iraq. 

Hostile environment training: 2011 & 2015. Refresher 2022.
Gear: Sony A7siii, Adobe Premiere, professional radio equipment, iphone filming kit.

Fatih Güven is a journalist based in Bursa, Turkey. 
  Okulunu bitirdikten sonra uzun bir süre kamera arkası işlerde çalıştı, farklı projelerde yer aldı. Şimdilerde ise freelance gaztecilik ile uğraşmakta sosyal medyalara editörlük yaparak haber düzenlemeleri yapıyor.
   İşini titizlikle yürüten Read morebi yapı ve disiplinle bu yolda emin adımlarla ilerlemekte.

Photojournalist, and occasional writer and videographer, focusing on the consequences of social, political and military actions worldwide, with a key focus on individual identity. 

Available for editorial and corporate assignments worldwide.

Based in Istanbul, Turkey but traveling often. Read moreTurkish and British national press accreditation. EU citizen...until the Brexit hits.

Experienced as an on-set photographer and videographer for TV and film production. (several Bollywood and Al Jazeera productions).

Türkiye’nin Güneydoğu Anadolu Bölgesinde Freelancer olarak gazetecilik yapmaktayım.

Deniz Kılıç is a dedicated journalist based in İzmir, Turkey, with a passion for shedding light on social and cultural issues, particularly those impacting disadvantaged groups and human rights concerns. Kılıç's reporting often centers on the lives of refugees and marginalized communities, with a Read morespecial focus on the transformation of urban spaces and the challenges faced by these populations. Notably, Kılıç has provided in-depth coverage of the demographic shifts in İzmir's Basmane district, where the arrival of Syrian refugees following the Syrian Civil War has significantly changed the community's dynamics.

Kılıç's journalism extends beyond İzmir, encompassing stories from across Turkey and its neighboring regions. With a mission to address what is wrong in the world, Kılıç's work includes poignant narratives about the refugee crisis, such as the harrowing tales of those who have lost their lives in the Aegean Sea and the complex political issues surrounding the repatriation of Syrians in Turkey. Kılıç also delves into the experiences of religious and sexual minorities, documenting the observance of Christmas by İzmir's Catholic community and the challenges faced by families with LGBTİ+ members.

In collaboration with Mariia Askarova, Kılıç has highlighted significant events like the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Transphobia, and Interphobia, emphasizing the critical need for parental support for LGBTİ+ youth. Through a lens of empathy and advocacy, Kılıç's reporting not only informs but also aims to inspire action and change, making a profound impact on public awareness and understanding of these vital issues.

Ahmed Deeb, is an award-winning filmmaker and photographer based in Istanbul. He has over a decade of experience in filming, directing, editing, and photography. He was the cinematographer on an Emmy award nominated film in 2016 and won the first prize in the UN Correspondents Association (UNCA) in Read more2013. His cinematography has been featured in many leading international outlets such as Al-Jazeera, ARTE, France24, Canal+, and EuroNews among others. 

He has filmed and directed short and long form documentaries for various international organizations such UNDP, Save the Children, International Women's Media Foundation and Expertise France. 

His photography from across the Middle East and Europe has featured prominently in leading international media outlets including the Wall Street Journal, the New YorkTimes, the Washington Post, the Guardian, and Al-Jazeera amongst others.

Talal Harrat is a journalist based in Gaziantep, Turkey.
I am from Syria and i was born and raised in Cairo, Egypt and i moved to Turkey when i was 24 years old.
I did work on the Syrian war for more than 5 years during my work in Qasioun News Agency ( a Syrian media agency which is operating Read morefrom Turkey, Gaziantep city) and i witnessed the Earthquake disaster that hit Southern Turkey and northern Syria. 
Now i work as a freelancer and fixer.

Esra Öz is a journalist based in Ankara, Turkey.

I've been reporting science, health and technology for 13 years. I'm one of the first health bloggers in Turkey. I graduated from Eskişehir Osmangazi University Biology Department and Anadolu University Radio and TV Programming Department. I did Read moremy master's degree in Ankara University, Faculty of Communication, Department of Journalism.
I worked as editor and editor in different journals and websites. I advised in the establishment and management of social media accounts of the Ministry of Health. I worked as a senior communications coordinator in different EU projects and organized media workshops. I've been awarded 10 press times until now.
I have written three books: Kokuyla Keşfet, Sağlık Haberlerine Farklı Bakış ve Dedektif Duru Gerçeğin Peşinde (1)- Sağlıklı Beslenmenin Gizemli İpuçları. In addition, Sağlık Okuryazarlığı, Adli Koku ve Çocukları Sanal Dünyada(N) Koruma Kılavuzu books I have sections. I'm writing a column for CNNTÜRK.com, Digital Age and Medical News. I continue to conduct trainings and projects in the fields of health communication, health, science and media literacy, digital health and effective communication.

AHMET ERKAN YİĞTSÖZLÜ is a journalist based in Adana, Gaziantep, Antakya, Turkey.

Borzou Daragahi is a longtime foreign correspondent now working full-time for The Independent. He covers Turkey, Iran, Iraq, Syria, Egypt, Libya, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia and the Arabian Peninsula as well as the Balkans and global issues such as public health, international crime and security Read morematters. He is also a senior non-resident fellow at the Atlantic Council.

Kavel Alpaslan is a journalist based in İzmir, Turkey.

LALA GURBANOVA is a journalist based in Ankara, Turkey.

Currently based in Istanbul, I am an experienced writer, interviewer and video creator in French, Turkish and English on a wide range of subjects from international conflicts and domestic politics to economy, music and cultural policies. My stories stand out thanks to my extensive network of Read moreexperts, academics and private sector representatives.

Ekin Calisir is an independent journalist and filmmaker based in Izmir, Turkey. She Istanbul in Al Jazeera and NTV, made current affairs programmes and documentaries for media outlets such as The Guardian, TRT. Producer of award winning feature length documentary film Mr Gay Syria about Syrian LGBT Read morerefugees. Speaks English, French and Spanish.
skype: ekinclsr
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www.ekincalisir.com

I'm a foreign correspondent and photojournalist currently based in Ankara, Turkey. I've worked for many different newspapers, magazines, websites, and news agencies since 2010.  I'm also a journalism grad, worked as a trainee and freelancer during the uni starting from 2008. As a journalist, I've Read morecovered stories from Turkey, The UK, Pakistan, Somalia, Tunisia, Niger, Bosnia, and Azerbaijan. I've spent 2 years of my career at Pakistan as a Pakistan correspondent and been to Azerbaijan during the 2nd Karabagh conflict.

My experiences are in diplomacy, Middle East regional issues, Istanbul culture, travel, food, human stories and Minority rights and life in Turkey.

Onur Erdoğan is a journalist based in Mersin, Turkey. He started out as a foreign desk reporter at CNN Turk in 2002. He then worked at TRT Turk first as an editor then as the Baghdad Correspondent and Bureau Chief. Later he worked for Fox TV Turkey as the foreign desk chief. In 2011 he started to Read morework at Al Jazeera Turk and Al Jazeera English as a senior producer. In 2015 he quit Al Jazeera, moved to his home town Mersin and started to work as a freelancer. He worked with Al Jazeera English and Channel 4 along with others. In 2018 he started to work for Voice of America as a freelancer. 

During his career as a journalist, he mostly covered wars, conflicts, elections and other political developments. He's also making short documentaries for a YouTube channel called "+90", a platform for DW, BBC, VOA and France 24's Turkish services.